Neighborhood summary

Living on East 98th Street in Manhattan can present a unique set of challenges, as indicated by the official city data. The street, graded C with a score of 74.9, is plagued by persistent issues that can disrupt the daily lives of its residents. Illegal parking is a significant problem, with a total of 9 complaints, often leading to blocked sidewalks and fire hydrants, which can be potentially life-threatening in case of a fire. The street also sees a high number of obstruction-related complaints, with 7 instances, likely due to illegally parked vehicles or other objects blocking the flow of traffic.

Noise pollution is another major concern for residents, with a combined total of 12 complaints related to residential and street/sidewalk noise. This includes loud music or parties, with 5 specific complaints, and loud talking, with 2 complaints. The constant hum of vehicles and the occasional blare of car or truck horns also contribute to the noise level. Additionally, the presence of homeless individuals on the street, as indicated by 2 requests for assistance, can lead to further disruptions and safety concerns for residents. While the crime rate on East 98th Street is relatively low, with only 5 total offenses, the nearby streets have higher crime rates, which could potentially spill over onto East 98th Street.

311 complaints trend · 4.1/address ↓ Decreasing

Crime trend 16 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on East 98 Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on East 98 Street

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